The November meeting of the Westport Branch of the Labour Party was well attended and dealt with issues ranging from recruitment and funding through to Jerry Cowley's campaign for a Dail seat.
The Branch heard of the great success of the Branch's recent annual church gate collection and a vote of thanks was extended to those who gave so generously at St Mary's and Holy Trinity churches.
A report on the Branch's finances was circulated by the Treasurer as was details of the up-coming West Mayo church gate collections.
The Branch voted to hold a Christmas Party for its members, friends and supporters and for the supporters of Cllrs Keith Martin, Harry Barrett and Dr Jerry Cowley. Details of the party will be finalised at the December meeting.
The Branch also voted a motion of sympathy in remembrance of Michael Joe Lavelle RIP the former President of the Branch and long-time Labour Party member and activist in the Westport Branch. Sympathy was expressed to the Lavelle family on the anniversary of their loss.
A report on Dr Cowley's campaign was given to the branch on the success of the current canvass and on the warm response Dr Cowley was receiving. Addressing the Branch Dr Cowley expressed his determination to win a seat for Labour in Mayo. Dr Cowley underlined his commitment to the development of Mayo General Hospital and his commitment to helping the young, elderly and less well off in Mayo.
The Branch resolved to undertake an on-street recruitment day in Westport during the month of November to ensure that those interested in the party could play an active role in seeking a change of government and electing a Labour TD in Mayo.
The Branch also resolved to ensure that voters were registered to vote and members will be encouraging voters to ensure their names on are on the current electoral register.
The next meeting of the Labour Party in Westport takes place on Tuesday December 7th at 8pm in the Wyatt Hotel. Anyone interested in joining the Labour Party is very welcome to attend. Membership forms are available from 086 0691182.
